3 great horror movies to stream on Hulu this weekend, including Mia Goth’s chilling turn in "Pearl"

A new feature from Tom’s Guide spotlights three horror films currently streaming on Hulu that are ideal for the August 15–16 weekend, with an emphasis on modern standouts rather than brand‑new releases. The headline pick is "Pearl," the A24 slasher that helped cement Mia Goth’s reputation among horror fans thanks to its intense performance and unsettling period setting.

Instead of chasing the very latest titles, the article focuses on recent gems from the last few years that may have slipped past casual viewers in theaters but now have a second life on streaming. For each recommendation, the writer explains how graphic the violence is, what kind of scares to expect—psychological dread, jump scares or a mix—and why the lead performances are worth seeking out.

The guide also considers practical factors like runtime and pacing, suggesting which films work as a quick late‑night watch and which are better saved for a dedicated horror evening. While the exact Hulu catalogue differs by country, many of the highlighted movies, especially those from A24, often migrate to other services internationally, making the list a useful watch‑queue reference for genre fans beyond the U.S.